SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 107

SSC CGL Tier II - 26 October 2023 • General Awareness • Q107

Match the following

Characteristics/Other Name Name of River
A. Area of Badland topography 1. Godavari
B. Vridh Ganga 2. Brahmaputra
C. Tsangpo 3. Kosi
D. Sorrow of Bihar 4. Chambal

 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3.

The correct matching of river characteristics is as follows:
A. Area of Badland topography — Chambal: The Chambal River flows through a region known for its distinctive badland topography, characterized by rugged, eroded landscapes.
B.Vridh Ganga — Godavari: The Godavari is often referred to as "Vridh Ganga" or the "Old Ganges" due to its historical and cultural significance in India.
C. Tsangpo — Brahmaputra: The Brahmaputra River is known as the Tsangpo in its Tibetan region before entering India.
D. Sorrow of Bihar — Kosi: The Kosi River is infamous as the "Sorrow of Bihar" due to its frequent and devastating floods in the Bihar region.